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What fixes medical debt
May 14, 2024
Dylan Scott, a senior correspondent at Vox focused on health, and Nora Kenworthy, an associate professor at the University of Washington Bothell, dive deep into the medical debt crisis in America. They discuss the limitations of crowdfunding for health expenses, revealing emotional and financial tolls on individuals. The conversation shifts to advocacy for systemic change in healthcare financing and the benefits of expanding Medicaid to alleviate financial burdens. Their insights highlight the urgent need for a reformative approach to healthcare accessibility.
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- Crowdfunding for medical debt reflects the dire situation in America, urging a closer look at systemic issues.
- Relief measures for medical debt show limited benefits, prompting a reevaluation of strategies for debt forgiveness.
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Challenges of Medical Debt Relief
Americans burdened by medical debt resort to cutting spending on basic necessities like food and rent, jeopardizing their health by skipping vital medical services due to cost concerns. Despite widespread support for relief measures, alleviating this burden remains challenging. Non-profit organizations like RIP Medical Debt aim to erase billions in debt by buying it at a fraction of the cost, prompting reevaluation of relief effectiveness.
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